Summary

Responsibilities

Program Management

• • Support the implementation of AFC’s existing programs and initiatives.
  • Support the planning, implementation, and monitoring of all projects in line with donor requirements and organizational goals.
  • Support the coordination of efforts to design and implement new impactful programs and initiatives.
  • Ensure that projects are delivered on time and within scope and budget.
  • Support the development and management of detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets.
  • Support the monitoring of project performance and report on progress to stakeholders.
  • Liaise with the membership team in areas where programs and initiatives may contribute to membership growth in the organization.

Proposal Writing & Fundraising

• Support with the identification of funding opportunities and writing of winning proposals, pitches, and grant applications.
• Collaborate with the finance team to develop project budgets for proposals.
• Build and maintain relationships with donors and funding agencies.

Partner Engagement

• Conduct frequent mapping of stakeholders to understand the ecosystem and identify new partners and opportunities
• Proactively build, engage, and maintain strong relationships with a network of stakeholders and partners for AFC

Description

About African Food Changemakers (AFC)

At AFC, we support entrepreneurs in the food ecosystem in Africa to start and scale resilient and sustainable agribusinesses that nourish Africa and the world. AFC is committed to changing global narratives about Africa by celebrating Africa’s contributions to the global food ecosystem, showcasing Africa’s innovations and cooking methods, amplifying and scaling proudly African food and beverage brands, and ensuring that more people globally experience the diversity and richness of the continent’s gastronomic heritage and exciting future.

Desired Skills

Skills and Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, such as International Development, Project Management, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in program management, preferably in the not-for-profit sector.
• Experience with grant writing is an added advantage. Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders. 
• Knowledge of Africa's agribusiness and food systems sector is an advantage.

Deadline

Rolling

Apply: Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: recruiting@afchub.org using the job title as the subject of the email.